Career Opportunities

Under the direction of and reporting to the Managing Director of Events, this exempt, at-will position exists to provide the financial and administrative support required by the Event Center and Clark County Fair; and to assist the CEO/Fair Manager in maintaining the fiscal health of the facility that is necessary for its successful operation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the CEO/Fair Manager in the development of business and financing arrangements that will meet the needs of the facilities.
• Maintain the fiscal affairs of the facility.
• Plan, acquire, install, operate, and maintain all financial systems.
• Perform Human Resources and Payroll duties.
• With the CEO/Fair Manager, establish and maintain adequate internal control systems.
• Be a part of the FSMG team and work to achieve the success of the organization.

KEY OR TYPICAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Managing Director of Events in the development of all short and long-term budgets.
• Prepare all financial reports.
• Coordinate with the County, when necessary, on financial matters.
• Operate and maintain internal accounting system.
• Reconcile bank accounts.
• Resolve accounts receivable and payable issues.
• Complete Journal vouchers for entry into County system.
• Complete monthly and quarterly tax returns/reports.
• Perform all required financial analysis.
• Coordinate with financial institutions.
• Prepare all timekeeping information, process payroll and maintain system.
• Perform human resource functions, including assisting in the hiring of all Fair Temps; maintenance of personnel files; and employee benefit administrator.
• Coordinate and maintain insurance needs as directed by the CEO/Fair Manager.
• Assist the Scholarship Committee Chair in administering the scholarship program.
• Provide administrative support to other staff elements as well as to the Executive Director, and limited support to the FSMG Board and the Clark County Fair Association
• Supervise assigned staff
• Perform other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Will be required to work extended hours during the annual Fair as well as from time to time throughout the year.

Language Skills

• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, and government regulations
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, clients, customers and the general public

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions and deal with several abstract and concrete variables

Other Skills, Abilities and Requirements

• Ability to use computer software
• Must be available at times other than normal business hours

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally subject to loud noise during certain events.

WAIVER

FSMG reserves the right to waive any of the minimum qualifications for those applicants whose general or specific qualifications would otherwise qualify the applicant for the position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Fairgrounds Site Management Group is a private, not-for-profit organization. FSMG practices nondiscriminatory treatment at all times in all respects to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical handicap or national origin.

• Salary range: $65,000 - $75,000 per year
• Medical and dental benefits for employee
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• SIMPLE IRA with employer match
• Paid vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays

Please email your resume and cover letter to Amy.Deshazer@cceventcenter.org

***This position is open until filled***

Clark County Event Center
17402 NE Delfel Road
Ridgefield, WA 98642

This position is hired by the Fairgrounds Site Management Group (FSMG) at the Clark County Event Center at the Fairgrounds. Under the direction of and reporting to the Event Operations Coordinator, the Event Operations Staff member is an hourly, full-time, non-exempt position responsible for:

• Assisting in the operations, maintenance, customer service, and janitorial needs for the Clark County Event Center & Fairgrounds.
• Preparing buildings and grounds for events.
• Cleaning and Repairing buildings and grounds after events.
• Providing support during events, as well as providing janitorial services throughout the year.

KEY OR TYPICAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up for events with tables, chairs, portable walls, and pipe and drape according to what is required on an Event Service Order (ESO).
• Clean and sanitize restrooms before, during and after events.
• Dispose of trash and mixed recycling throughout the grounds.
• Clean equestrian stalls after events.
• Set up directional signage for events.
• Ensure buildings and gates are locked prior to leaving during normal business hours and at the end of events.
• Install or move portable livestock equipment including corral panels and gates, equine stalls, tents, etc.
• Ensure the Clark County Event Center at the Fairgrounds is safe for all occupants at an awareness level with ability to report deficiencies immediately for evaluation and repair.
• Perform janitorial services as needed throughout the Clark County Event Center at the Fairgrounds. This includes the use of chemical cleaners, disinfectants and deodorizers.
• Gather, and maintain, an inventory of tools and supplies to be used at the work site and report to the immediate supervisor any broken or missing tools or equipment.
• Operate machinery and equipment used to perform preparation of grounds and buildings in support of events, to include tractors, sweepers, scrubbers, pick-up trucks, sport utility vehicles, water trucks, personnel lifts, forklifts and any other equipment needed in support of events as directed.
• Recognize and report any maintenance needs to the Director of Operations for evaluation and repair.
• Respond to requests from Event Manager, Event Operations Coordinator, or Director of Operations for support and assistance on major repairs and projects as directed.
• Perform related maintenance support tasks as requested and as necessary.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work flexible schedules, extended hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays to match event schedules and needs.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills with proven record working with a wide variety of people in different situations.
• During the Clark County Fair, maintain the ability to work for at least 10 days in a row from Fair opening hours to closing.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
• Ability to set priorities, make critical decisions and respond quickly to requests.
• Ability to multi-task and balance priorities.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors at the Clark County Event Center at the Fairgrounds. Event Operations Staff Members must be able to work nights and weekends.

This position requires the ability to perform those activities to complete the essential functions of the job, either with or without reasonable accommodation. The position requires continuous and/or frequent talking, repetitive motions of hand /wrist, hearing, and handling. Mental activities are required by the employee in this position include decision-making, interpersonal skills, teamwork, customer service, use of discretion, problem-solving, and the ability to read, write speak, and understand English. Required physical activities can include frequent and repetitive motions of hands and wrist, sitting, standing, walking, and lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying objects up to 50 pounds. The work may require working at heights up to 40 feet.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment varies and may be loud during certain events. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WAIVER

FSMG reserves the right to waive any of the minimum qualifications for those applicants whose general or specific qualifications would otherwise qualify the applicant for the position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Fairgrounds Site Management Group is a private, not-for-profit organization. FSMG practices nondiscriminatory treatment at all times in all respects to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical handicap or national origin.

• Classified: Non-Exempt, Hourly
• Reports to: Operations Coordinator - Director of Operations

Pay Range: $18.00 to $21.00 per hour with overtime eligibility

Please email your resume and cover letter to Brian.Loos@cceventcenter.org

***This position is open until filled***

Clark County Event Center
17402 NE Delfel Road
Ridgefield, WA 98642

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